Chef de Cuisine

Chef de Cuisine Meriwether Godsey, Inc. - 3.6 Alexandria, VA Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $80,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Customer relationship building Food service health code compliance Customer service Team leadership Client rapport building Managing catering events Food safety sanitizing procedures HACCP Food & beverage production Client management Quality standards in production Managing kitchen staff General management Full Job Description Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Chef de Cuisine responsible for helping to lead and manage a high-volume food production program, as well as special events and high-end catering at a beautiful college preparatory school in the Northern Virginia area. What the Chef de Cuisine will do: Play an integral role in daily food production, typically 80% hands-on and 20% administrative. Communicate with, teach, and supervise production staff on preparation, cooking, presentation, and garnishing of food, and food safety. Purchase from approved vendors. Bring new vendors to the Directors of Culinary Operations and Systems & Purchasing for review. Manage receiving and maintenance of all storage areas, including proper rotation of products to ensure the best quality & safety. Maintain effective client and customer-centric relationships Lead by example; develop direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback. Deliver high-end catering work a M- F schedule with weekends and nights as needed for special events and catering What the Chef de Cuisine will need: Associate's Degree and/or 1-3 years in a medium-sized restaurant-style service Experience with high-end catering production and high-volume dining Application and promotion of current food trends Proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices Participative management style and excellent leadership skills Strong communication and presentation skills Knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards. Ability to manage a team and handle employee relations. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships What the Chef de Cuisine will get: Competitive Pay Meals Provided Uniforms Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more! Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You'll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do. Interested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page Enjoy a people and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Northern Virginia Market. Meriwether Godsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.